2009 BMW 135 vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1331 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
Because 2006 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 135. (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 135.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 135 | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 135 | Expedition |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 496 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 106 L |